Donald Trump defends Tiger Woods and Jesse James

TV business tycoon Donald Trump has defended serial cheater Tiger Woods – blaming his indiscretions on the “tremendous pressure” the star faces as a top golfing pro.

The sports star’s career and home life were rocked last year when news of his numerous affairs behind wife Elin Nordegren’s back hit the headlines.

He entered a rehab facility for sexual addiction therapy before apologizing to his family, friends and colleagues in a statement in February.

And despite the backlash, Woods can depend on one man for support – golfing enthusiast Trump.

He tells the New York Daily News, “Tiger’s a friend of mine. I really like him a lot.

“I really think that there’s tremendous pressure you wouldn’t understand from the world of golf.”

Trump also had kind words for another alleged cheater – Sandra Bullock’s husband Jesse James, who appeared on his “Celebrity Apprentice” show last year.

He adds, “I also know Jesse James very well. He’s a tough guy and a smart guy.”

But the mega-rich businessman admits he could see the cracks in James’ marriage to the superstar during the program’s run: “I always wondered why he didn’t bring Sandra on the show. I guess now we know.”